SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2129Z
NWBKGB2129Z belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Guildford, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2129Z |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 29Z |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Guildford, High Street Branch |
| City | Guildford |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the National Westminster Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- NWBK Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- GB Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 21 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 29Z Branch code
- 3 characters for a specific branch. XXX means the head office.
Check before you send
- Ask the recipient which bank and branch the account is held at.
- Use the head office code (XXX) when no branch is specified.
- Make sure the country in the code matches the country of the account.
Frequently asked questions
Which branch is behind BIC NWBKGB2129Z?
NWBKGB2129Z identifies Guildford, High Street Branch, a unit of National Westminster Bank PLC in Guildford, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Does National Westminster Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 1305 SWIFT/BIC codes for National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
How long does a transfer to National Westminster Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need NWBKGB2129Z for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need NWBKGB2129Z.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2129Z?
NWBKGB21 is the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2129Z points to Guildford, High Street Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use NWBKGB2129Z if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.